The Oak Photo studio opened its doors to customers in June 2014 and has developed in stages since to now in a larger facility we include both a spacious but cosy studio area and a printing production area. We have connected to the studio a vibrant online community and user base and have become synonymous with great value, positive vibes and a friendly but professional atmosphere that encourages confidence in newcomers and old hands alike.
We offer a accessible, affordable studio photoshoots and studio hire in our village studio, located in Horden, near Peterlee, County Durham. This is a great accessible location in the North East as it is between Newcastle or Sunderland in Tyne and Wear and Hartlepool or Middlesbrough in Teesside, being just 5 minutes from the A19 on the A1086 (Sunderland Road). Along with free parking, this makes Oak photo a great location for your photoshoot hire session.
– Purpose built studio space
– Accessible premises for wheelchairs
– Comfortable waiting/chill out area
– Private dressing room adjacent to the shooting area for quick, confident changes
– Free Wi-Fi for customers
– Free tea and coffee for customers
– Free parking
– Great public transport links, bus right outside, Horden Railway station (Time table code HRE) is just 15 minutes walk away.
How to book:
Very simply e-mail [email protected] your requirements including dates, times, numbers attending and any specific setup you want for your session (so you can make a start in a couple of minutes and get the most out of your time). One of our studio team will quickly check availability then reply with a yay or nay and, if all is clear, give you payment information to pay for your session. We require at least the first hour to be paid to confirm your session or in full for half and full day hires. For 1-3 hrs the first hour can be your security deposit then the rest can be paid on the day if you wish.
Studio equipment is included along with a DBS checked studio assistant. If you may need technical help or a female studio assistant to facilitate your shoot then please indicate this at booking
We have a Nikon DSLR with lenses you can hire for your session should you need it. Please ask for details.
Prices and further information for studio hire
Flat £20 per hour (Half hours available if specified when booked).
Half days (4.5 hours) and full days (up to 12 hours) are discounted – Please get in touch.
The first £20 hour is taken at booking for a non-refundable deposit.
For full days should you wish it then catering is available for your studio hire with a local business.
You can bring devices, chargers and even your own lighting gear, but all kit and cables will be inspected for condition before you plug them in. This is for insurance purposes so please do not take offence.
Please contact us for details.
Local businesses in walking distance from Oak Photo
Our neighbours:
Kerbside Kitchen – Serve hot food, deli sandwiches, home made pies and cakes, tea and coffee from 11-4 most days.
Maddison’s Carpets – Have a range of rugs and remnants and vinyls in store should you need a flooring solution for your shoot.
Colours – Events Bar, Pub and function room
The Bell Guesthouse – Excellent well priced 4 star accommodation, just opposite from Oak Photo. – Click to book
Horden Community Library
The Colour Bomb – Hair stylist, nails hair extensions and treatments.
Trudy’s Hair and nail salon.
Mosci’s Convenience Store – 7am 9pm 7 days a week – Sell snacks, news, basic groceries smokes/vapes and more.
Roses ‘r’ Red Florist, Blackhills Road – Lovely arrangements and friendly service
Biceps Gym – Blackhills Road
Tony Richardson Autos
Josh Richardson Drive Through Tyres
The Brothers Ink
Nearest ATM’s:
Oak Photo accepts Credit and Debit cards, but should you need them there are several ATM’s in the village
Horden Post Office – Fifth Street – 2 minutes by car
Sainsbury’s Horden, Sunderland Road – 3 minutes by car
Contact us if you require more information
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